Intimate, Low-Key Weddings Photo KT CRABB  “2024 will bring events that are less over-the-top spectacles and more intimate, friendly, and accessible, where the feeling is warmth and communality, and not how big the floral arrangements are,” says wedding planner Arney Walker. She’s already seeing the evolution towards these more laid-back affairs, even with her luxury clients.   The Seated and Relaxed Bridal Party Photo Perry Vaile Photography The bridal party continues to evolve, landing somewhere between no bridal party and a bridal party without traditional responsibilities ..read more

A bridal shower is all about ushering a bride into her soon-to-be-married life. On such a happy occasion, what better way to celebrate than with a few fun bridal shower games and activities? Nope, we’re not talking about the ones that make guests roll their eyes. Your attendees will actually be excited about the following creative ideas. Another reason not to skip offering things to do at your party? They prevent the event from being all about the presents. Additionally, they serve as a way to organize the flow of the shower—you can avoid lulls and boredom with a pre-planned iti ..read more

The main point of any wedding is for you and your partner to get married, right? But beyond that, it may also be the biggest party you’ll ever throw! And when we think of the word “party,” we think FUN. Not only for the guests, but for you as well! Here are some ridiculously fun wedding ideas to inspire you to think outside the box. Pop champagne before the ceremony! Wear comfy shoes under your wedding gown Get your pets involved (wedding attire optional) Celebrate your guests with a photo seating chart Rent a bounce house for your reception Give your grandparents a starri ..read more

If you’re looking for a way to make your wedding ceremony feel fresh and memorable, consider one of the first things your guests will see once they arrive: their ceremony seats. Instead of the expected straight rows of fold-out chairs, why not switch up your ceremony seating plan? PHOTO BY REBECCA YALE; PLANNED BY AMOROLOGY Benches For an outdoor wedding in the woods, at a barn, or in the mountains, line up several rows and columns of rustic wooden benches facing the altar. Benches are great for grassy, uneven ground since the weight of multiple people will ..read more

Are you someone who pictures walking down the aisle in a dramatic, architectural bridal gown? If so, your wedding dress journey will likely be filled with trying on structured looks. Structured wedding gowns generally feature some sort of boning in the bodice or a corset design and are typically more extravagant as the dress designer has more creativity when creating this look. Structure doesn’t just have to do with the bodice of a gown, though. Some architectural elements such as solid ruffles or three-dimensional accents also adds to the uniqueness of this style of gown. Designers ..read more

Haven’t you heard? 2022 is set to have over 2.6 million weddings in the U.S.—a record 40-year-high—which means there’s a whole lot of couples curious about wedding trends and ideas for their milestone day. What’s In Themed Parties “Now that we’re all double-vaxxed, weddings are doubling down on both fun and tradition. But rehearsal dinners and welcome parties are all about fun, with themes that are all about fun and humor and whimsy: the circus, outdoor bonfires in the woods, masquerades with a point of view, even a rhinestone rodeo.” -Bronson van Wyck, Van Wyck & ..read more

For couples who are conscious about the environment, a wedding can cause uneasy feelings. While it’s of course a happy occasion, some can’t help but worry about the environmental impact of a celebration with friends and family. Though elopement is always an option, you don’t have to sacrifice the big wedding of your dreams to help the planet. There are plenty of ways to have an eco-friendly wedding without compromising on style! Eco-Friendly Wedding Invitations Wedding invitations alone use up a ton of paper, with the invitation itself, reception cards, direction cards, respons ..read more

Throughout my world travels I was curious, absorbing everything that I was experiencing. Looking back on earlier days, it was more like I was living in a dream, totally lost in a new world. With this collection I tried to recreate the mischievous sense of wonder I experienced, and approached the gowns with the same carefree sense of playfulness I feel when revisiting those memories. I hope you’ll find yourself transported to my “Wonderland” the same way I got lost in the process of creating it.     #inesdisanto https://inesdisanto.com/   ..read more

    Photo courtesy of D.Lillian Photography After a year full of unpredictability, weddings in 2022 are here to make a statement. This year’s couples will steer away from tradition and instead prioritize unique details. From bold colors to over the top fashion, here are just a few wedding trends we are looking forward to seeing in 2022. Rainbow Color Palettes  Goodbye neutrals, hello vibrant color palettes. We’ve seen neutral colors take center stage year over year, but that won’t be the case in 2022. This year’s trending colors are filled wit ..read more

Italy is known for its beautiful places and regions, such as the Amalfi Coast, Tuscany or Lake Como. Sicily is a more unknown and enchanting place and has so much to offer, especially the absolute Dolce Vita flair! As well as unique locations for destination weddings, Sicily is also the perfect place to have an elopement. Celebrating love just the two of you and spending time in breathtaking nature along the way: This is definitely possible in Sicily. Nature lovers, architecture enthusiasts or foodies will get their perfect rewards here. The sleepy little coastal town we chose as the setti ..read more